ADHD is a condition that affects somewhere between 6 and 10 percent of school aged children. The vivid image that comes to mind when conjuring up an image of what an ADHD child might look like is an overly active child, that is likely to be stamped with label of troublemaker. While it is not out of the question that this could indeed be the case it certainly is isn't the only way ADHD can present itself. For instance the quite little girl or boy who is barely noticed in the classroom, quietly sitting in the back of the class as their thoughts roam miles away would also be an accurate description of a person with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Gathering more information about the primary symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disordes
When we are talking ADHD we might be referring to a child who is inattentive, but not hyperactive or impulsive; hyperactive and impulsive, but is a crackerjack when it comes to paying attention; or shows a blend of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
The three symptom type is referred to as the combined type, and is by far the most often diagnosed type of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. These children have never met a principles office or teachers doghouse that they didn't like. They are constantly getting into trouble for the academic underachievement; their run-ins with other children; and their seeming insatiable desire not to follow directions or play by the rules.
Talking ADHD - Impulsivity
Have you ever encountered someone who continually buts in on others conversations; foolishly blurts out answers before the question has even been asked; or if they notice a line has formed, either gets angry or refuses to wait. Sound like anyone you know? Well if you said yes then that person certainly could be classified as impulsive and just might be a likely candidate for ADHD with a generous helping of impulsivity thrown in just for good measure.
Talking ADHD - Hyperactivity
Do you know someone who just can stop talking; believes that ridiculous quite time is for others; is always on the go; is a wiggle worm; can't stay seated even though they know it is required; and is constantly running and climbing inappropriately. Well, if you answered yes then your child, acquaintance, or friend could well be considered hyperactive.
Hyperactivity is the poster child for ADHD, and having it will almost guarantee that treatment will be sought and likely found. Those with hyperactivity generally can't stay on task, always wanting to start something new before their last task has been completed. Even when directed to sit they must find an outlet for their hyperactive energy such as foot tapping, finger drumming, or moving their legs. If you have tried to enjoy a movie with a hyperactive child seated behind you then you definitely know what I am talking about.
Talking ADHD - Inattentiveness
Do you know someone who regularly misplaces item such as their books, toys, pencils, phone, keys, and homework; seemed to pay attention, but never gets those pesky little details right; make careless mistakes; disorganization is their idea of being organized; never plans ahead; has multiple projects going poorly at once; listens but doesn't comprehend; has trouble maintaining focus; and whose concentration can be broken by even the most minor distraction. If you said yes, then congratulations you are probably living in the presence of an individual who has ADHD with inattention.
Inattention in many ways is the wheel of which all the other spokes of ADHD are attached. These individuals can only pay attention when the subject or topic is of interest to them. As soon as the topic fails to become interesting it is quickly tuned out.
The inattentive ADHD personality requires a special learning environment to concentrate, virtually void of any unnecessary interruption or distractions; and sometimes this isn't even enough. With minds which tend to be very creative, and running a mile a minute, an array of more interesting internal thoughts may creep into their consciousness; even when unnecessary distractions have been eliminated. Some would argue that the inattentive ADHD individuals greatest strength of creativity is also their biggest weakness, especially when long periods of concentration are required.
Talking ADHD - Delving Deeper Into The Primary Symptoms of Impulsivity, Hyperactivity, & Inattention
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